Château Menota
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Château Menota is a family-owned winegrowing estate in Barsac (Gironde), owned by Mr and Mrs Noël Labat, with a history dating back to the 16th century. It produces sweet white wines as well as red wines under the Clos Saint-Georges label.
Identity
Château Menota is a winegrowing estate located in the commune of Barsac, Gironde. It is owned by Monsieur and Madame Noël Labat.
History and philosophy
Château Menota boasts a documented history dating back to the 16th century. At that time, the estate belonged to François de Pinéguy, a lawyer and president of the parlement de Bordeaux.
Appellations
Château Menota produces wines under the Barsac appellation.
Practical information
Address: Barsac, 33720, Gironde
Telephone: 05 56 27 15 80
Email: s.labat33@chateaumenota.fr
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the main appellation of Château Menota's wines?
- Château Menota primarily produces wines under the Barsac appellation. This appellation is dedicated to sweet white wines, renowned for their richness and complexity. The estate spans 29 hectares, with vineyards set on a clay-limestone plateau—a terroir ideally suited to crafting these wines.
- What grape varieties are planted at Château Menota?
- Château Menota's grape varieties include 50% Sémillon. This grape variety is essential for producing sweet white wines, notably due to its aptitude for developing noble rot. Situated on a clay-limestone plateau, the estate benefits from a terroir highly favourable to cultivating this variety, thereby enhancing the quality of its wines.
- What is the history of Château Menota?
- Château Menota has a documented history dating back to the 16th century. During this period, it belonged to François de Pinéguy, a lawyer and president of the parlement de Bordeaux. Today, the estate is owned by Mr and Mrs Noël Labat, who carry on the winemaking tradition on this historic Barsac terroir.
- How are Château Menota's sweet white wines crafted?
- Château Menota's sweet white wines are crafted through the action of noble rot, which concentrates sugars and flavours within the grapes. The harvest is manual and highly selective, with experienced pickers meticulously sorting bunches and individual berries. The vinification process aims to achieve a refined balance between sugar, alcohol, and acidity for high-quality wines.
The vineyard (terroir)
The Château Menota vineyard covers 29 hectares. It is situated on a plateau characterised by clay-limestone soils. The estate's grape varieties include 50% Sémillon.
Key cuvées
Château Menota is renowned for its sweet white wines. These wines are crafted thanks to noble rot, which concentrates sugars and flavours. Harvesting is carried out by experienced pickers who meticulously select individual bunches and even single berries. The vinification process aims to produce a wine offering a balanced interplay between sugar, alcohol, and acidity. The estate also produces red wines marketed under the Clos Saint-Georges label. Annual production is approximately 8,000 cases.
Vinification and ageing
The vinification of Château Menota's sweet wines is distinguished by late harvesting. It relies on the development of noble rot on the grapes, allowing for concentrated sugars and flavours. Harvesting is carried out by hand in selective passes, picking only the most suitable bunches or individual berries.
- Appellation
- Barsac
- Commune
- Barsac
- Wine region
- Graves & Sauternais
- Owner
- M. et Mme Noël LABAT
- Surface area
- 29 ha
- Second wine
- Clos Saint-Georges
- Grape varieties
- Sémillon 50%
Practical information
- Address
- 33720 Barsac
- Phone
- 05 56 27 15 80
- Contact form
- Contact the estate